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Originally Posted by AtlUmpSteve
Suffice it to say that, in general, only dead ball appeals can generate an out when the ball isn't live. Interesting question for the masses; who can name other instances noted in the rules?
The only one I can think of off hand is the out for playing short-handed when that position comes up to bat. Any others?
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I would think that a batter who steps in the box with an illegal bat would be one. Play could still be dead from previous action, and there is no need for the opposing team to appeal if the PU notices the infraction.
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